Healthy Easy Chicken Salad Wraps (Printable)

Tender chicken mixed with crunchy veggies and creamy dressing, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a fresh meal.

# What You’ll Use:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Vegetables

02 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 8-10 large butter lettuce leaves

→ Dressing

06 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Add-Ins

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
14 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped walnuts
15 - 1/4 cup seedless grapes, halved

# How-To:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, red bell pepper, and red onion.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until well combined.
04 - Fold in parsley, nuts, or grapes if desired.
05 - Spoon the chicken salad evenly into the lettuce leaves and fold to wrap.
06 - Serve immediately or chill the chicken salad for 30 minutes for best flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables for a balanced meal
  • Naturally gluten-free and low-carb, fitting many dietary preferences
  • Creamy Greek yogurt dressing adds tang while keeping it lighter than traditional mayo-based salads
  • Versatile recipe that welcomes your favorite add-ins like nuts, grapes, or fresh herbs
02 -
  • Pat the lettuce leaves dry with paper towels before filling to prevent soggy wraps
  • Chill the chicken salad for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors develop and meld
  • Use butter lettuce for the most flexible, cup-like leaves that are easy to wrap
  • Always check product labels for allergen information, especially if using pre-made mayonnaise
  • Store leftover chicken salad and lettuce separately to maintain freshness for up to 3 days
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